Dec. 14, 2018
Cleburne Fire PSA: Natural gas and heating safety tips
As it gets colder in the winter months, the Cleburne Fire Department responds to more calls of residents smelling gas or worse, heating-related fires. Follow these tips to keep you and your family safe.

Natural Gas and Heating safety
Natural gas appliances can be dangerous if not functioning property or used correctly. Heating equipment is the leading cause of home fire deaths, according to the National Fire Protection Association. Follow these tips to prevent heating-related fires.

  • Do not use an oven to heat a home
  • Look for a solid blue flame when using a burner, which shows it is operating properly
  • Turn portable heaters off when leaving a room or going to bed
  • Have professionals install gas appliances and lines, heating equipment, and vents and flues, also have these inspected annually
  • By state law, all water heaters must be installed with a City permit and inspected by City inspectors
  • Keep all combustible materials out of HVAC and water heater closets
  • Keep burnable material at least three feet away from heating equipment
  • Have a three-foot, kid-free-zone around fireplaces and space heaters
  • Install working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors and regularly test them
  • Keep a working fire extinguisher and learn how to use it

What to do if you smell gas:
  • Extinguish any open flames, ignition sources, or smoking materials
  • Leave the area
  • Move away without using any electrical switches or appliances
  • Close the gas shutoff valve
  • Call the Fire Department
  • Have a qualified professional inspect and repair any gas-related issues
FREE movie night at Booker T. Washington Recreation Center
Come out to Booker T. Washington Recreation Center for FREE Movie Night for the whole family on Dec. 15! Doors will open at 6:30 and Polar Express will start at 7 p.m. Bring blankets and pillows for we will be showing it in the gym. We will provide popcorn and water, no other food or drinks allowed.

City Hall, facilities to observe Christmas holiday
City Hall and other city facilities, including Cleburne Transfer Station, will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Dec. 24-25.

The Dec. 24 trash route will run as normal. The Tuesday through Thursday trash routes will be behind one day during Christmas week.

Cleburne City Hall
Help spread holiday cheer through the Merry Marshal Christmas
The City of Cleburne’s City Marshal’s Office is seeking the community’s help to spread some holiday cheer.

The Office needs help through a collection event it’s calling Merry Marshal Christmas. From now until Jan. 11, the office along with other volunteers are collecting new or used Christmas trees, lights, ornaments, decorations, etc. Officials are also collecting new—still in the box—toys to give to families in need. Those interested can drop off items at the Police Station, 302 W. Henderson.

Those interested in nominating a family can email Deputy City Marshal Kayla Wright at kayla.wright@cleburne.net .
Smith Middle School Band performs concert at City Hall
The Smith Middle School Band performed a holiday concert at City Hall full of winter favorites.

Pet of the Week - Corkie
Meet Corkie! This sweet and lovable girl is a 1-year-old pug/bully mix. She has the craziest tail ever! She is friendly and fun, loves other dogs, and would love to make your holidays happier! Come and meet this funny pup soon and see if she is the one for you! Don't miss out on our Home for the Holidays adoption special. All adoption fees are only $25 through Dec. 22 at the Cleburne Animal Shelter.

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